American International Group announced that Christopher Flatt, currently head of AIG North America Alternative Channels, has been named global chief underwriting officer, effective immediately.

He will report directly to Peter Zaffino, AIG’s chairman and chief executive officer, and will join the company’s Executive Leadership Team.

Prior to joining AIG in 2017, Flatt held various leadership roles at Marsh McLennan for over 15 years. Previously he served in senior underwriting positions at GE Capital and ITT Hartford, where he began his career.

Flatt succeeds Christopher Schaper, who was appointed chief risk officer of AIG in November 2024.

Erin Fry, president of Glatfelter & EVP of AIG Commercial Lines Programs, will succeed Flatt and has been promoted to head of AIG North America Alternative Channels, effective immediately. She will report directly to Don Bailey, EVP and chief executive officer, North America Insurance, AIG.

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Texas Mutual Insurance Company recently named Greg Carter as its inaugural chief transformation officer. In this role, which Carter assumed on Dec. 30, 2024, he will focus on driving and managing significant organizational changes, ensuring the organization adapts effectively to shifting market conditions and technology advancements.

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